We’re
transforming Africa through innovative scientific training, technical advances
and breakthrough discoveries!
transforming Africa through innovative scientific training, technical advances
and breakthrough discoveries!
The
African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is an innovative,
pan-African centre for post-graduate training, research and outreach which has
achieved global recognition since opening its first centre in South Africa in
2003. AIMS centres offer a number of educational programs including a one-year
taught Masters and MPhil and PhD degrees by research. Each AIMS centre provides
an intensive and broad education to over 50 African students each year and
prepares them for leadership careers in academia, governance and industry. The
AIMS educational program relies on top international lecturers who teach in a
24-hour learning environment.
African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is an innovative,
pan-African centre for post-graduate training, research and outreach which has
achieved global recognition since opening its first centre in South Africa in
2003. AIMS centres offer a number of educational programs including a one-year
taught Masters and MPhil and PhD degrees by research. Each AIMS centre provides
an intensive and broad education to over 50 African students each year and
prepares them for leadership careers in academia, governance and industry. The
AIMS educational program relies on top international lecturers who teach in a
24-hour learning environment.
Based
on the success of the first AIMS centre, the AIMS Next Einstein Initiative
(AIMS-NEI, www.n
on the success of the first AIMS centre, the AIMS Next Einstein Initiative
(AIMS-NEI, www.n
exteinstein.org) was launched with the
mission of enabling Africa’s brightest students to flourish as independent
thinkers, problem solvers and innovators capable of propelling Africa’s future
scientific, educational and economic self-sufficiency. As part of this network,
the AIMS-NEI secretariat acts as a coordinating body for all centres.
Within
the context of an unprecedented mission and a pioneering innovative math and
science education institution, AIMS Tanzania seeks to attract a dynamic
professional to give leadership to the smooth and efficient operation of the
institute as our…
the context of an unprecedented mission and a pioneering innovative math and
science education institution, AIMS Tanzania seeks to attract a dynamic
professional to give leadership to the smooth and efficient operation of the
institute as our…
Chief
Operating Officer/Deputy Rector Admin & Operations
Operating Officer/Deputy Rector Admin & Operations
In
this start-up role, you will spearhead the management of the non-academic
aspects of the Centre – an international setting that conducts teaching,
research and outreach of mathematical sciences. Leading a diverse team of 4-8
professionals, you will embrace the challenge to create a world-class learning
environment using an established model with the flexibility to adapt to local
needs and the opportunity to innovate new approaches. You will oversee the
launch of a defined curriculum and give guidance to the Centre’s growth in the
coming years to implement other initiatives including Research and
Outreach/Teacher Training.
this start-up role, you will spearhead the management of the non-academic
aspects of the Centre – an international setting that conducts teaching,
research and outreach of mathematical sciences. Leading a diverse team of 4-8
professionals, you will embrace the challenge to create a world-class learning
environment using an established model with the flexibility to adapt to local
needs and the opportunity to innovate new approaches. You will oversee the
launch of a defined curriculum and give guidance to the Centre’s growth in the
coming years to implement other initiatives including Research and
Outreach/Teacher Training.
You
are known for your ability to establish, nurture and maintain fruitful
relationships and in particular with key funding sources (governments and
institutions), while accepting accountability to effectively manage and
leverage funds grounded in an effective governance structure, regulatory
requirements and appropriate financial and administrative policies and
practices.
are known for your ability to establish, nurture and maintain fruitful
relationships and in particular with key funding sources (governments and
institutions), while accepting accountability to effectively manage and
leverage funds grounded in an effective governance structure, regulatory
requirements and appropriate financial and administrative policies and
practices.
You
will be an exemplary model to foster a culture of excellence and transparency
develop among a community of students, tutors, staff and visiting lecturerers,
all working towards a common goal.
will be an exemplary model to foster a culture of excellence and transparency
develop among a community of students, tutors, staff and visiting lecturerers,
all working towards a common goal.
This
is a 3 year, full-time contract opportunity and will be based from Dar es
Salaam, Tanzania.
is a 3 year, full-time contract opportunity and will be based from Dar es
Salaam, Tanzania.
Do
you have what we need?
you have what we need?
- Master’s
Degree in Business or Public Administration, Social Sciences, Development
Studies or Educational Leadership; a Doctorate Degree, an asset - 7-10
years of experience in managing medium to large international settings,
ideally as part of a global network - Experience
and understanding of the requirements for using and working with
international donor funding e.g. DFID, IDRC, USAID etc. - A
proven record of developing and professionalizing start-up organizations - Experience
working in international environments - A
consummate diplomate with the drive to innovate and lead change with a
collaborative spirit - Superb
relationship management skills to lead, manage and interact with a diverse
team of professionals - An
influential communicator with strong verbal, writing and presentation
skills - Functionally
Bilingual (English-Swahili) - Working
knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and
Internet applications (Dropbox, Skype, Gmail, etc.) - Ability
to speak French, an asset - Willing
and able to travel (25-30%) within and outside of Africa
How to apply
Are
you ready to be a part of the transformation?
you ready to be a part of the transformation?
Submit
your letter of motivation, including salary expectations and a detailed CV,
together with the names of at least three references to: careers@nexteinstein.org (Please quote
“Chief Operating Officer/Deputy Rector Admin & Operations, TNZ”
in the subject line). Applications will be accepted until July 4.
your letter of motivation, including salary expectations and a detailed CV,
together with the names of at least three references to: careers@nexteinstein.org (Please quote
“Chief Operating Officer/Deputy Rector Admin & Operations, TNZ”
in the subject line). Applications will be accepted until July 4.
Should
no feedback be received from AIMS-NEI within four weeks of your submission,
kindly accept that your application will not be further pursued. AIMS-NEI
reserves the right not to make an appointment at its sole discretion.
no feedback be received from AIMS-NEI within four weeks of your submission,
kindly accept that your application will not be further pursued. AIMS-NEI
reserves the right not to make an appointment at its sole discretion.
AIMS-NEI
is an equal opportunity employer.
is an equal opportunity employer.
